2024 Media releases archive

Researchers propose revised scoring system for recognising outstanding NHS clinicians

Researchers propose revised scoring system for recognising outstanding NHS clinicians

15 January 2024

A team of researchers has developed a new scoring system for a nationwide scheme, overseen by the Advisory Committee on Clinical Impact Awards (ACCIA), to recognise and reward senior doctors and dentists in England and Wales.

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General Medical Council urged to revise terminology for international medical graduates - Promo

General Medical Council urged to revise terminology for international medical graduates

01 March 2024

The General Medical Council (GMC) should revise its terminology regarding international medical graduates (IMGs) in the UK, argues a new commentary published in the Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine (JRSM).

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Ethnic minorities are underrepresented in studies into multiple long-term health conditions – new study - Promo

Ethnic minorities are underrepresented in studies into multiple long-term health conditions

17 April 2024

New research shows that ethnic minorities are underrepresented in studies into multiple long-term conditions (MLTCs), despite being more likely to be affected.

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General Medical Council urged to revise terminology for international medical graduates - Promo

Leading academic warns of ‘worrying’ Sovietisation of British medical profession

11 July 2024 

Contemporary developments in British medicine have concerning similarities to historical Soviet practices, a leading academic claims. 

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